ANT B-Twig 8 Owner's manual

POWERED COLUMN SYSTEM

SISTEMA ATTIVO A COLONNA

KOMPAKT-SÄULENSYSTEM

EN USER MANUAL | Section 1

IT MANUALE D’USO | Sezione 1 DE BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG | KAPITEL 1

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 | Introduction 3

2 | Installation 3

3 | Description 4

3.1 | Inputs & controls 4

3.2 | Power supply section 7

3.3 | B-TWIG 8CS kit 8

4 | Instructions for system assembly and disassembly 8

5 | Troubleshooting 11

6 | Technical specications 12

7 | Notes 13

The warnings in this manual must be observed together with

the “USER MANUAL - SECTION 2”.

PACKAGE CONTENT

• 1x B-TWIG 8S active subwoofer

• 1x B-TWIG 8CS kit, including:

n.1 support element

n.1 array speaker

n.1 transport bag

• 1x Mains cable (VDE)

• 1x User manual - Section 1

• 1x User manual - Section 2

1 | INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing a A.N.T – Advanced Native Technologies – product!

In B-TWIG 8 array column system we have put our passion and our

technological background gained over the years, to offer products that meet

your needs, maintaining the quality over time.

Specically designed for an immediate and user-friendly application, meeting

the needs of those who are looking for an audio system delivering excellent

performances, high connection versatility as well as the best value in its

category.

Please, dedicate some minutes to read this instruction manual in order to

quickly achieve the best performances from this product.

For safety precautions, warranty and disposal, please refer to attached Section 2.

For further information about all A.N.T products catalog, please visit our

website: www.ant-intomusic.com

2 | INSTALLATION

The system is composed by the active subwoofer B-TWIG 8S, plus B-TWIG

8CS kit:

A | Top recessed handle.

B | Slide locking system for elements quick lock and release.

C | Support element.

D | Passive array speaker.

DCBA

B-TWIG 8S

B-TWIG 8CS

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5 CHANNEL 2 LINE/MIC

This switch allows to choose channel 1 input sensitivity.

LINE: line signal, most recurring application.

MIC: microphone signal, a dynamic microphone connected to channel 1

6 CHANNEL 2 LEVEL

This control adjusts channel 2 level. Turn the knob clockwise to increase

volume, or counterclockwise to lower it.

7 CHANNEL 3 L/R SOCKETS

RCA unbalanced input sockets to connect external signals from CD and

DVD players, mixers.

8 CHANNEL 3 AUX SOCKET

Unbalanced 3.5mm. mini-jack stereo input

Connect to this input the signal from any esternal device like Smartphone,

Tablet or PC.

9 CHANNEL 3 AUX/BT

This switch allows to choose for channel 3 the signal coming from AUX

or Bluetooth

®

inputs

10 PAIR/LED

The system features Bluetooth

®

technology, which allows to play audio

les from an external device, like a smartphone or a tablet, provided that

the distance between the devices is within 10 meters (33ft)

To sync and connect smartphone and/or a tablet, please use following

procedure:

• Make sure that the device to be synced is turned on and ready to be

connected via Bluetooth

®

• Activate Bluetooth

®

sync pressing the PAIR button on comand panel.

LED indicator flashes quickly.

• Make sure the device searches for available units, until it detects your

system tagged “B-TWIG 8”.

• Into the list, please select “B-TWIG 8” to connect the system with the

external device. Now the LED indicator is steadily lit

Now is possible to play the desired songs from the synced remote device.

3.1 | INPUTS & CONTROLS

1 CHANNEL 1 CONNECTOR

Combo socket (XLR-F + 6,35mm./1/4” jack for balanced input.

It’s possible to connect a microphone also using an unbalanced jack cable.

2 CHANNEL 1 LINE/MIC

This switch allows to choose channel 1 input sensitivity.

LINE: line signal, most recurring application.

MIC: microphone signal, a dynamic microphone connected to channel 1

3 CHANNEL 1 LEVEL

This control adjusts channel 1 level. Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume,

or counterclockwise to lower it.

4 CHANNEL 2 CONNECTOR

Combo socket (XLR-F + 6,35mm./1/4” jack for balanced input.

It’s possible to connect a microphone also using an unbalanced jack cable.

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1 4 8 12

3 6 11 15

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11 CHANNEL 3 LEVEL

This control adjusts channel 3 level. Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume,

or counterclockwise to lower it.

12 MIX OUT

XLR-M balanced output to link to another active system.

This output signal depends on input channel levels as well as by EQ settings.

13 HIGH

High frequency EQ

Use this control to boost or to cut frequencies in med-hi band.

14 LOW

Low frequency EQ

Use this control to boost or to cut frequencies in med-low band.

15 ON/CLIP TWO-COLOR LED

Led lit green: the unit is plugged in and the power switch is turned ON.

Led lit red: Indicates the activation of the internal limiter circuit preventing amplier

distortion and protecting the speakers against overloads. In this case, reduce the

channel level(sand that of the sound source.

16 SLIDE LOCKING SYSTEM FOR QUICK CONNECTION

This mechanism allows coupling and uncoupling support element to the subwoofer

B-TWIG 8S, ensuring a safe perfect functionality.

17 RECESSED HANDLE

Use this top handle for subwoofer carrying

and positioning. Do not use it to hang the

cabinet or to lock it in any position.

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3.2 | POWER SUPPLY SECTION

1 MAINS INPUT

IEC mains socket with integrated EMI lter. Insert the mains cable into

this socket, but make sure the device is switched off before connecting

the cable to the mains. For your safety, never disconnect the earth lead.

2 FUSE

Protection fuse.

CAUTION: Replace the fuse only with one of the same type and with

the same value. If the fuse blows repeatedly, contact an authorized

service center.

3 POWER ON/OFF

Use this switch to turn ON/OFF the unit.

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The kit, supplied of its carrying bag, is composed of two column elements: a stand (A

element) and a speaker (B element). Both are equipped with the slide locking system,

which allows the coupling and the quick release of the elements that make up the

system, ensuring a safe perfect functionality.

For system installation and to guarantee the correct operation, always carefully respect

following instructions:

• Place the subwoofer in a vertical position on a flat and stable surface, making

sure that all the rubber feet are perfectly adherent to the floor or to the supporting

surface.

• Never install the system on mobile trolleys, chairs, tables or similar surfaces which

are not stable and cannot support the weight.

• Don’t use the handle to fly the system.

• Do not cover the ventilation slots located on subwoofer rear cabinet.

• To allow proper amplication heat dissipation, please leave the right distance

between the rear panel of the subwoofer and other objects such as walls, corners,

curtains. Never place the unit near heat sources of any kind.

3.3 | B-TWIG 8CS KIT

4 | INSTRUCTIONS FOR SYSTEM ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY

A B

Top view

Plug Side Socket Side

Audio Contacts

Fig.1

Fig.3

ASSEMBLY

• Place the subwoofer on a flat surface (Fig.1)

• Fix the A element, by sliding it into the sliding mechanism (Fig.2)

• Repeat step 2 to x the element B to the top of the system (Fig.3).

Side

View

Final assembly

Rear

View

A

Hook B by pushing

towards arrow direction

B

Click

A

B

Hook A by pushing

towards arrow direction

A

Click

Fig.2

A

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DISASSEMBLY

• Push forward the B element to release it from the element A (Fig.4)

• Repeat the operation to unlock element A from the subwoofer cabinet (Fig.5)

5 | TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM LEDS SOLUTION

No sound or very low

sound level

Power LED

turned off.

Make sure the device is properly

connected to the mains outlet.

Power LED

turned on, but

low channel

levels.

Check the connections between

the sources and the inputs, than

raise desired channel levels.

LEVEL raised,

with no signal

Check input selectors

Channel 3

LEVEL raised

but no

Bluetooth

signal

Sync again the Bluetooth signal

Distortion

ON/LIMIT

LED lit red

Lower channel levels

ON/LIMIT

LED lit green

Check the source level

Check proper connection between

subwoofer and A/B elements

Booming sound Check EQ LOW level

Try distancing the system

from the walls

Check the perfect connection

between subwoofer

and A/B elements

Harsh sound Check EQ HIGH level

Lower frequencies

small attenuation

Check EQ LOW level

AB

Release B by pushing

towards arrow direction

B

Release A by pushing

towards arrow direction

A

Fig.5Fig.4

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System type Active column system

Subwoofer

(B-TWIG 8S)

Vented enclosure

1 x 8” Custom ferrite speaker - 1.5” VC

Array speaker

(B-TWIG 8CS)

6 x 2.75” Custom neodymium speakers - 0.75” VC

Average dispersion Horizontal 120°

Frequency response 50Hz - 20kHz

SPL - MAX 120dB

Amplier Class D

Peak Power (LF+HF) 1000 W

Crossover 24dB/Oct @ 250Hz

I/O connectors

CH 1, CH2: Combo XLR-F + jack 6,35mm (1/4”)

CH3: 2 x RCA (L+R), 1 x AUX jack 3,5mm

MIX OUT: 1 x XLR-M

Controls

Channel levels, input signal selectors, High and Low EQ,

Bluetooth

®

Pair button & Led.

Power supply 100-240V~ 50-60Hz

Fuse T5A L 250V~

Fastening mechanism Custom slide connector with automatic lock

Cabinet Polypropylene

B-TWIG 8S B-TWIG 8CS

Dimensions (W x H x D)

304 x 385 x 443 mm

11.9” x 15.1” x 17.4”

92 x 800 x 90.5 mm

3.6” x 31.5” x 3.6”

Weight 10,5kg - 23lbs 4,1kg - 9lbs

6 | TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

EMI CLASSIFICATION

According to the standard EN55103 this equipment is designed and suitable to operate

in E3 (or lower E2, E1) electromagnetic environments.

7 | NOTES

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ENG The information contained in this manual have been carefully drawn up and checked.

However no responsibility will be assumed for any incorrectness. This manual cannot cover all

the possible contingencies which may arise during the product installation and use. Should

further information be desired, please contact us or our local distributor. A.E.B. Industriale Srl

can not be considered responsible for damages which may be caused to people and things

when using this product. Specications and features are subject to change without prior notice.

ITA Le informazioni contenute in questo manuale sono state attentamente redatte e

controllate. Tuttavia non si assume alcuna responsabilità per eventuali inesattezze. Questo

manuale non può contenere una risposta a tutti i singoli problemi che possono presentarsi

durante l’installazione e l’uso dell’apparecchio. Siamo a vostra disposizione per fornirvi

eventuali ulteriori informazioni e consigli. A.E.B. Industriale Srl non può essere ritenuta

responsabile per danni o incidenti a cose o persone, causati o connessi all’utilizzazione o

malfunzionamento dell’apparecchio.

Made in China

Prodotto in Cina

Produziert in China

The Bluetooth

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word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any

use of such marks by A.E.B. Industriale is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those

of their respective owners.

DEU Die Informationen in diesem Handbuch wurden sorgfältig erstellt und überprüft.

Es wird jedoch keine Haftung für Unrichtigkeiten übernommen. Dieses Handbuch kann nicht

alle möglichen Eventualitäten, die während der Produktinstallation und -nutzung auftreten

können, abdecken. Sollten weitere Informationen gewünscht sein, kontaktieren sie uns oder

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werden, die beim Benutzen dieses Produktes verursacht werden können. Technische Daten

und Eigenschaften können ohne vorherige Ankündigung geändert werden.

7 | NOTIZEN

A.E.B. Industriale Srl - Via Brodolini, 8 - Località Crespellano

40053 Valsamoggia - Bologna (ITALIA)

Tel +39 051 969870 - Fax +39 051 969725

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